Postdoctoral Position in Tropical Atmospheric Dynamics
The Department of Earth System Science at the University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks a postdoctoral research associate to work on innovative research in tropical atmospheric dynamics, with close collaboration with groups in both the Computer Science Department and the Statistics Department at UCI. The successful candidate will work on statistical modeling of the dynamic Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) using satellite observations as well as assimilated data. Additionally, a newly developed Bayesian tracker (which also "tracks" intensity) will be used to characterize tropical variability including genesis/lysis and mergers of vortex structures. The research will focus on relating ITCZ activity and intensity of disturbances to the atmosphere/upper ocean background state.
Scientists with a strong background in tropical meteorology, large-scale atmospheric dynamics and possessing excellent computational and statistical skills are encouraged to apply. Candidates must have a strong programming background (in Matlab for example). A PhD in atmospheric or related sciences is required. The initial appointment is for one year. Salary is commensurate with experience.
Please send a CV with the names of three references to
Prof. Gudrun Magnusdottir
Dept. of Earth System Science
University of California, Irvine
Irvine, CA 92697-3100
or by email to gudrun@uci.edu.
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